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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Best Bikes 2011

 Ducati Diavel
Price: $16,995 (Carbon, $19,995)
Engine:
L-twin
HP/torque: 162/94 lb.-ft.
Curb weight:
463 lbs. dry
(Carbon, 456 lbs.)
Seat height: 30.3 inches
There are plenty of fast cruisers, but none as aggro as Ducati’s diabolical Diavel. Sure, its 1,198 cc twin-cylinder churns out more power than some cars’ engines, but all those horses are kept in check by a sophisticated electronic system. Bonus: This pugnacious ride also has an eerie ability to take corners at speed.




Yamaha Fz 8

Price: $8,499
Engine: Inline four-cylinder
HP/torque: N/A
Curb weight: 467 lbs.
Seat height: 32.1 inches
The FZ8’s 779 cc engine spins revs like a rabid wildebeest, and a relatively upright posture makes the bike comfortable enough for long days in the saddle. Our favorite part? In this age of plasticky superbikes, the FZ8’s lack of bodywork reveals its mean blacked-out interior. Sort of like our souls!




BMW K1600 GT/GTL
Price: $20,900 (GT), $23,200 (GTL)
Engine:
Inline six-cylinder
HP/torque: 160/129 lb.-ft.
Curb weight: 703 lbs. (GTL, 767 lbs.)
Seat height: 32.7 inches
BMW’s K 1600 mixes plus-size body with a stonking six-cylinder that launches this “touring bike” to 62 mph in a face-melting 3.2 seconds. Slick gizmos include a ride-by-wire system with “rain,” “road,” or “dynamic” modes, and the tall windscreen, GPS, stereo, and top case make for über-cruising. Düsseldorf, here we come!



Harley Davidson SuperLow
Price: $7,999 (black), $8,289 (colors)
Engine: V-twin
HP/torque: NA/55 lb.-ft.
Curb weight: 563 lbs.
Seat height: 25.5 inches (laden)
Craving old-school badass power at an actually affordable price? Harley-Davidson’s tough SuperLow is the way for cruiser-loving newbies to get in the game. This all-American ride combines classic U.S. under­pinnings—a punchy rubber-mounted V-twin and a suspension that’s been tuned for user-friendliness—making it one of the slickest yet mildest rides for new riders.





Honda CBR 250R
Price: $3,999 ($4,499 with ABS)
Engine: Single cylinder
HP/torque: N/A
Curb weight: 359 lbs. (368 lbs. with ABS)
Seat height: 30.5 inches
Honda’s all-new CBR250R is one of the only options for performance-oriented beginners. And guess what? It rocks. This spunky sport bike features 18 patents on the frame alone. The kicker? Its starting price will leave you with extra dough for advanced riding lessons and string cheese. Because who                  
                                                                                    doesn't love string cheese?






Kawasaki KLX 250SF
Price: $4,999
Engine: Single-cylinder
HP/torque: N/A
Curb weight: 302 lbs.
Seat height: 33.9 inches
If you’re long of leg yet crave a supermoto-style steed, the KLX250SF is a sweet alternative to larger bikes. Its adjustable suspension offers a lush 9.1 inches of front-wheel travel. And you can get it in any color you like, as long as that color is what Kawasaki calls “Oriental Blue.” We don’t even know if that’s racist!












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Interesting Articles

                                  Do Cell-Phones Cause Cancer?



Researchers  from the International Commission for Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Standing Committee on Epidemiology has cast doubt on cell-phone cancer risk, that what they concluded in their published findings last week in the journal of Environmental Health Perspectives..
Although there remains some uncertainty, the trend in the accumulating evidence is increasingly against the hypothesis thatmobile phone use can cause brain tumors in adults,” researchers from the International Commission for Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Standing Committee on Epidemiology concluded in their findings published late last week in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal.
In the journal, the researchers released findings on brain cancer instances for males and females across different age categories both before and after handsets were released. They found that the instances of cancer have remained relatively static between 1970 and 2008.
They also referenced other studies on the topic.
“Methodological deficits limit the conclusions that can be drawn from [the] Interphone [study], but its results, along with those from other epidemiological, biological and animal studies, and brain tumorincidence trends, suggest that within about 10-15 years after first use of mobile phones there is unlikely to be a material increase in the risk of brain tumors in adults,” the researchers wrote.
The debate over whether mobile phones can cause cancer has been raging for years. In 2004, for instance, a Swedish research institute found that 10 years or more of mobile phone use can cause tumors to grow in humans. In 2007, scientists found that just 10 minutes of handset use can cause changes in the brain that have been known to cause cancer.
The debate hit a tipping point in May when a division of the World Health Organization classified mobile devices as a “carcinogenic hazard.” Exhaust from gas engines, lead, and coffee also have that classification.
The World Health Organization had previously said it could not find a link between mobile phone use and cancer. Even in its most recent findings and classification, the organization acknowledged that it still could not find a definite link between cancer and mobile phone use, and said that more research was needed.
The researchers behind the latest study also acknowledge that there is much more work to be done. They also noted that researching cancer risks, especially in children, can be difficult, since data “for childhood tumors and for periods beyond 15 years are currently lacking.” But according to the researchers, at least for now, evidence is piling up that handsets do not appear to cause cancer.
For a full, in-depth look from CNET at the cancer risk associated with mobile phones.


                            Difference B/W           Virus,Torjan,Worm,Spyware,Malware,Adware
*Virus is a program to cause damage to computer.
  
*Trojan is a program which is used to gain access to a computer by installing a program on infected PC to open some backdoor. [Trojans are also known as Backdoors].
*Worm is a program which infects the computers which are connected by some network. Worms slow down the network.
* Spywares are the program which are used to monitor/Log the activity performed on a computer. These are used to spy on some one either for legal or illegal perpose. Example: Keylogger applications.
* Adwares are the programs which delivers ads to your computer (generally in POP-UP’s form). They consume your network.
*Malwares are the program with malicious intention. It can be damaging your computer, spying on you or any other malicious task.


                                        Imp Tips To Optimize Ur PC
No one wants to work on a slow PC, it is very frustrating. Everyone wants response with a rocket speed nowadays. To get the best speed out from your personal computer you have to keep it optimized. Like human beings, PC also requires regular checkups to deliver best performances. PC’s can get swamped down and become slower, unpredictable over time. That’s why to keep your PC healthy and in ideal working condition, computer optimization task is necessary. There are number of ways to optimize PC, improving your Computer system’s performance. Some people use precise tools for optimization and some do this manually. For the manual process there are some common tips that you can easily carry out yourself to optimize your PC.

Have a look at following tips which will help in improving your system’s speed considerably:
• Clean up disk errors regularly at least once a week. Your computer may create errors on hard drive, whenever a program crashes or system suffers a power outage. Such errors can slow down your PC. Use check disk utility in windows operating system to clean up such disk errors
• Use disk clean up to clean up your temporary files. Your computer tends to pick up and store some files while you are browsing or working on some programs. Windows has Disk Cleanup tool to remove such unneeded files, making it faster.
• Use disk defragmenter to optimize your data. Computer often breaks program and files side by side for speedy access and retrieval. When these files are updated, updated are stored on largest space available on hard drive. Result is fragmented files which considerably slow down your system. Make use of disk defragmenter utility of windows to combine back your files and make them available easily.
• Make your browsing experience more pleasing by optimizing your web browser. For this reduce the size of your web page history as storing web history of more than 1 week will unnecessarily clutter your browser. That is why it is important not to save encrypted web pages. By this you will free up your disk space by saving fewer files.


                         Points To Consider Before Buying Gadget
No one wants to work on a slow PC, it is very frustrating. Everyone wants response with a rocket speed nowadays. To get the best speed out from your personal computer you have to keep it optimized. Like human beings, PC also requires regular checkups to deliver best performances. PC’s can get swamped down and become slower, unpredictable over time. That’s why to keep your PC healthy and in ideal working condition, computer optimization task is necessary. There are number of ways to optimize PC, improving your Computer system’s performance. Some people use precise tools for optimization and some do this manually. For the manual process there are some common tips that you can easily carry out yourself to optimize your PC.
Have a look at following tips which will help in improving your system’s speed considerably:
• Clean up disk errors regularly at least once a week. Your computer may create errors on hard drive, whenever a program crashes or system suffers a power outage. Such errors can slow down your PC. Use check disk utility in windows operating system to clean up such disk errors
• Use disk clean up to clean up your temporary files. Your computer tends to pick up and store some files while you are browsing or working on some programs. Windows has Disk Cleanup tool to remove such unneeded files, making it faster.
• Use disk defragmenter to optimize your data. Computer often breaks program and files side by side for speedy access and retrieval. When these files are updated, updated are stored on largest space available on hard drive. Result is fragmented files which considerably slow down your system. Make use of disk defragmenter utility of windows to combine back your files and make them available easily.
• Make your browsing experience more pleasing by optimizing your web browser. For this reduce the size of your web page history as storing web history of more than 1 week will unnecessarily clutter your browser. That is why it is important not to save encrypted web pages. By this you will free up your disk space by saving fewer files.


                                        Android Tablet vs Apple Ipad
Android Tablets Vs. Apple’s iPad – This would be a hot topic for debate in the year 2011. No doubt both of them are amazing products, but there are some major differences between both of them. Let me break down some of the major differences between the two for you to choose one of them.
(O.S)Operating System:
If we talk on OS (Operating System) parameters, this is one of the major differences between the two systems. Android tablets are running on some version of the Google’s OS: Android, while Apple’s iPad is runs on Apple’s own OS. These OS are the same as the one that runs on their respective Smart Phones.
Now days, many developers prefer Android over Apple’s OS, as the process to launch a new applicationinto Android’s market is much easier than in Apple’s app store. Every Android tablet or smart phone may use a different version of Operating System, which can make it a bit disturbing for users, as some of theapplications may not work on the older versions of Android.
Size of the Screen:
Having a big or small screen can be a plus or a minus point depending on one’s requirement and the way one plans to use it and carry the tablet around. The Apple’s iPad screen is over 10 inches, making approximately as big as some small laptops. But for those who don’t want to carry backpacks along may go for Samsung Galaxy Tab (Latest Android Tablet) which is much smaller in size as compared to ipad.
Apps
You cannot have a debate about the Android tablets and Apple’s iPad without talking about their apps. Apps is the major parameter that makes or smash the tablet in my view. Apple’s iPad undoubtedly has more applications than Android, but you can find any kind of app in Android market too. Or I may say that today most of the companies that makes Apple’s app makes a similar Android app too.
In fact, in my estimation, given that Android sales are now surpassing iPhone, and the fact I mentioned above – that it is easier to develop apps and get in the Android market, I would not be surprised to see Android catch up the Apple in the future when it comes to apps.
Price
If we talk about the price, the Android tablets are cheaper than the Apple’s iPad. You can find some good and stylish cheap Android tablets available in the market today. Both, the Tablets and the ipads comes with the data plans as its useless if you are not in a wi-fi zone.


                                   Create Animated And Talking Pics
After we take pictures, we either make a scrap book or upload them to our favorite social networking sitesso we can share them with all our friends and family.
Did you know that you can actually add some effects to your photos to create a unique and fun new way to share them? What if you can make your photos sing? Or talk? What if you can animate your photos easily?
Here at Bit Rebels, we love sharing cool applications that can help you customize and personalize your photos before you share them! Here are some applications that will help you create talking and animated photos! This is so much fun! The only limit will be the limit you place on your own creativity!
Fotobabble – lets you create talking photos in two clicks. Simply upload a photo and then record your voice directly through your computer to create a talking photo. You can easily share it by e-mail, Facebook, Twitter or embed it into a blog or website. It’s free and all completely web-based. No software to download, just register and get started in seconds.
PQ Talking Photos – PQ Talking Photo let you convert any photo into a talking character – with just a few clicks. Great for your blog, photo album or Facebook. Make funny greeting cards to surprise your friends. Make a pet’s talk show just like what you’ve seen in Hollywood movies. The only difference is that you now can put your own animals into the show.
Photosmasher – Allows you to animate your photos easily! How fun! I included videos too! There is a step by step guide below.




Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Top 5 Most Bicycle Friendly Cities In The World


1. Amsterdam, The Netherlands



Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. The city is considered one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world and is a centre of bicycle culture with good facilities for cyclists such as bike paths and bike racks. Bicycles are used by all socio-economic groups because of their convenience, Amsterdam’s small size, the large number of bike paths, the flat terrain, and the arguable inconvenience of driving an automobile. In the city centre, driving a car is discouraged.


2. Copenhagen, Denmark












Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark. It is a bicycle-friendly city and 36% of all citizens commute to work, school or university by bicycle. The city’s bicycle paths are extensive and well used. Bicycle paths are often separated from the main traffic lanes and sometimes have their own signal systems. The municipality is also developing a system of interconnected green bicycle routes, greenways, the aim being to facilitate fast, safe, and pleasant bicycle transport from one end of the city to the other.






3. Bogota, Colombia












Bogota is the capital city of Colombia. In terms of land area, Bogota is the largest city in Colombia. Despite the city’s chronic congestion, the city is regarded as one if the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world. The ciclorruta (Bogota’s bike paths network) is one of the most extensive dedicated bike path networks of any city in the world. Since its construction, bicycle use has quintupled in the city, and it is estimated that there are between 300,000 and 400,000 trips made daily in the city.







4. Barcelona, Spain














Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain. It is recognized as a Global City due to its importance in finance, commerce, media, entertainment, arts, international trade, education and tourism. On 22 March 2007, Barcelona’s City Council started the Bicing (a community bicycle program) service. Once the user has their user card, they can take a bicycle from any of the 100 stations spread around the city and use it anywhere the urban area of the city, and then leave it at another station.








5. Beijing, China














Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. The city is recognized as the political, educational, and cultural centre of China. Cycling is very popular in the city that hosted the summer Olympics in 2008. During the 2008 Olympic Games cycling was ideal way to get around in Beijing. New cycle paths were constructed before the Games to accommodate cyclists and it became popular thereafter.